Regional Vice President, Finance & Business Support - East Region

The Regional Vice President is a key member of Americas’ regional leadership team and functions as the business partner to Americas HMG Brand Vice Presidents. As a business partner, the Regional Vice President of Finance provides leadership and support in developing business plans and financial strategies to achieve overall profit and growth objectives; measuring, tracking and challenging overall performance; managing financial processes and analytic capabilities to enable sound business decisions; and ensuring the maintenance of a strong control environment for the HMG business. Integrate new or acquired business into the control and monitoring processes. Review short and long-term projections, forecasts and budgets for capital and operating expenses and performance. Advise Regional and Hotel Operations of cost reduction and profit improvement opportunities which can be leveraged across the region. Conduct inside and outside research and analysis of financial and business industry trends in order to enhance existing policies, develop effective business strategies which meet the changing needs of the industry and drive strategic efforts for business growth and increased profitability. Oversee and develop hotel level accounting/finance talent ensuring the existence of business goals and priorities to continuously enhance individual performance and overall business results.

Your day to day

• Develop and manage relationships with North American Operations VPs, RVPs, GMs, and hotel ownership for financial support and planning.
• Review regional and individual hotel financial performance, analyzing variances, forecasts, and budgets to improve effectiveness.
• Contribute to business strategy development with a finance perspective, translating needs into financial strategies that maximize returns and mitigate risks.
• Monitor owner and IHG returns to address default risks, implementing corrective measures as needed.
• Identify and implement process improvements for tracking and reporting financial performance, utilizing analytical tools for early warning of concerns.
• Ensure compliance with accounting policies, corporate procedures, and regulations while maintaining effective financial controls.
• Enhance business performance by developing team talent, integrating new business ventures, and monitoring hotel working capital and receivables..

What we need from you

• Over 10 years of progressive experience in accounting, financial, and business analysis, with 5-7 years in leadership roles managing teams and complex projects.
• At least 5 years as a hotel Financial Controller or 7 years in a senior finance/accounting position within corporate/multi-branded hospitality.
• Proven ability to assess internal and external economic issues, analyze data, forecast trends, and develop effective financial plans.
• Skilled in evaluating business trends and adapting strategies accordingly, demonstrating a strong results orientation.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, capable of addressing all organizational levels and fostering consensus.
• In-depth knowledge of finance, budgeting, accounting processes, capital project management standards, and US GAAP regulations.
• Strategic thinker with strong problem-solving abilities, experienced in driving positive change and building organizational capability.

Travel - 25% -50% required

Location - This role can be based in any metropolitan city on the East Coast

The salary range for this role is $175,000 to $260,000.  This role is also eligible for bonus pay.  We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, 401K and other benefits to employees.

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